A stomach ulcer (also called a peptic ulcer or a gastric ulcer) is a small erosion (hole) in the gastrointestinal tract. The most common type of stomach ulcer is a duodenal ulcer. Duodenal ulcers occur in the first 12 inches of small intestine beyond the stomach. Ulcers that form in the stomach are called gastric ulcers.
Holistic dentistry. Holistic dentistry also called biological dentistry, biologic dentistry, alternative dentistry, unconventional dentistry, or biocompatible dentistry is the equivalent of complementary and alternative medicine for dentistry.
In this lesson, you will learn that evidence-based dentistry (EBD) is a three-part approach to making clinical decisions. It includes (1) an understanding of the patient's treatment needs and preferences, (2) recognition of your own clinical expertise, and (3) evaluation of the best available scientific evidence.